IT Infrastructure Carve-out Architect / Project Manager

Role Overview We are seeking a battle-tested Lead IT Infrastructure Carve-out Architect/Project Manager to spearhead the technical decoupling of a $100M revenue business unit from a Global 100 parent organization. This is a high-stakes, "greenfield" build-out requiring the architectural design and execution of a standalone global infrastructure within a strict 9 - 12 month window. The successful candidate will own planning the transition from a deeply integrated, centralized ParentCo environment to an independent entity. You will be responsible for everything from designing the new SD-WAN backbone to planning the migration of 375 global users across 6 countries, ensuring zero downtime for critical Engineering and Operations applications. This role demands a rare blend of technical architecture authority and rigorous Divestiture project governance.

Key Responsibilities Architectural Design & Strategy:

Lead the design and implementation of a standalone infrastructure, replacing legacy Global 100 shared services with a modern, scalable stack (SD-WAN, SaaS Applications, M365).

Go Live Readiness:

Develop the "cutover" playbook to ensure all sites (U.S., Belgium, Italy, India, China, and Singapore) are operational on Day 1 without reliance on ParentCo''s MPLS or identity providers.

International Execution:

Understand the complexities of global hardware procurement, ISP cutovers, and regulatory compliance (GDPR, local data sovereignty) across EMEA and APAC time zones.

Cloud & Identity Migration:

Plan tenant-to-tenant migrations for Azure/AWS and manage the transition from centralized ParentCo identity to a standalone IAM environment.

Operational Continuity:

Perform local server remediation and "lift and shift" migrations for specialized Engineering and Ops applications, ensuring no disruption to manufacturing or design workflows.

Physical Security Transition:

Decouple and stand up independent local video surveillance and building access management systems.

TSA & Vendor Management:

Manage the technical obligations of the Transition Service Agreement (TSA), drive the RFP process for a new Managed Service Provider (MSP), and manage vendors during detailed planning.

Technical & Professional Requirements M&A Proven Playbook:

Minimum of 10 years in IT Infrastructure, with at least 2 documented successful IT carve-outs from enterprise-scale environments.

Network & Security:

Expert-level knowledge of SD-WAN deployments, firewall migrations, and the decommissioning of MPLS circuits.

Modern Identity:

Mastery of IAM and M365 tenant-to-tenant migrations.

International Logistics:

Demonstrated experience managing IT deployments in China and India, including Navigating Great Firewall constraints and local procurement hurdles.

Governance Mastery:

Expert proficiency in managing complex, resource-loaded project plans that align technical milestones with legal and financial "Close" dates.

Soft Skills & Leadership Extreme Ownership:

A "commander" mindset that thrives under the pressure of hard deadlines and ambiguity.

Diplomatic Authority:

The ability to negotiate with ParentCo IT teams to secure cooperation during the decoupling process.

Urgency-Driven Communication:

Clear, concise reporting for executive steering committees that highlights risks before they become issues. Candidate Submission Requirements To be considered for this high-impact role, candidates must submit a comprehensive "Governance Portfolio" including the following: 1. Detailed Professional Resume. 2.

Professional Experience:

2 prior Divestiture engagements. 3.

Sample Governance Artifacts:

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Sample Time-Phased, Resource-Loaded Project Plan:

Demonstrating a 9-month carve-out lifecycle. o

Steering Committee Minutes:

Example of how you communicate progress and roadblocks to the C-suite. o

Project Status Report:

A standard weekly report showing health, milestones, and KPIs. o Risk / Issue /

Concern Log:

Demonstrating proactive risk mitigation and issue resolution. o

Change Management Controls:

Evidence of how you manage scope creep in a volatile environment. o

MSP RFP Template:

A sample document used to vet and select a new managed service partner. o

Network Equipment RFQ Template:

A sample used for global hardware procurement.